Cookie Policy
Last updated date: October 13, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to our website. This Cookie Policy explains how we (as defined below) use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. It is important to understand the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which explains in more detail how we handle your personal data.
Who is the controller?
The controller responsible for processing personal data collected through cookies on this website is:
- Plaud Inc.
- Address: 8 The Green, Ste A, Dover, Kent County, Delaware 19901, US (Referred to as "we" or "our")
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work or work more effectively, as well as to provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be divided into:
- First-Party Cookie: Set directly by the website you are visiting.
- Third-party cookies: set by domains outside the website you are visiting. This means that other companies have set cookies through our website.
- Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: remain on your device for a preset period of time after your browser is closed.
In addition to cookies, this policy also covers the use of similar technologies such as tracking pixels or web beacons, which may be used on our website and function in a similar way to collect information.
How and why do we use cookies?
Our website uses cookies for a variety of purposes, including:
- Ensure the normal operation of the website: Some cookies are crucial for the technical operation of the website.
- Provide functionality: enable the website to remember your choices, and provide enhanced and more personalized features.
- Analyze website performance: help us understand how visitors interact with the website, collect anonymous statistical information to improve our website and services.
- Marketing and advertising: used to target more relevant ads based on your interests and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
What types of cookies do we use?
The following is a list of cookies used on our website, divided by category.
A) Required Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the normal operation of the website, such as enabling login or adding products to the shopping cart. Therefore, they cannot be turned off in our system. They are usually only set in response to actions that are equivalent to service requests, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms. You can set your browser to block or remind you of these cookies, but some parts of the website will not work. These cookies usually do not store any personally identifiable information.
B) Functional Cookies
These cookies store detailed information about your behavior in order to provide you with personalized services the next time you visit the website. They help provide enhanced functionality and a personalized experience. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow the use of these cookies, some personalized services may not function properly.
C) Statistical Cookies
These cookies help us understand how you interact with the website. We use this data to identify areas for improvement, such as calculating visits and traffic sources, in order to measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us understand which pages are most popular and least popular, and understand how visitors move around the website. The information collected by all these cookies is generally aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow the use of these cookies, we will not be able to use your visit data to help improve the website.
D) Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to optimize marketing communications and show you ads on other websites. They may be set by our advertising partners through our website. They may be used by these companies to build a profile of your interests. They do not store personal information directly, but are based on the unique identification of your browser and internet device. If you do not allow the use of these cookies, you will experience less relevant ads.
Tracking Pixels and Similar Technologies
Besides cookies, we may also use other tracking technologies like web beacons or pixels on our website and in some of our communications. These are small graphic files or snippets of code that allow us or third parties to monitor your interaction with our website or emails.
These technologies are often used for purposes similar to cookies, such as website analytics, measuring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns, conversion tracking, and enabling targeted advertising.
The use of these technologies for non-essential purposes (such as analytics and marketing) is subject to the same consent requirements as non-essential cookies. You can manage your preferences for these technologies through our Cookie Settings, just as you manage your cookie settings.
International data transmission
Data collected through certain cookies (especially third-party cookies) may be transmitted to and stored on servers outside your country/region, including the US. As described in our Privacy Policy, when we transfer personal data outside the European Union/European Economic Area, we take appropriate legal measures to ensure that your personal data is adequately protected.
How to manage your cookie preferences?
We respect your privacy and, except for cookies that are absolutely necessary, we will only place cookies on your device with your prior consent.
Manage consent through the Cookie Settings:
When you first visit our website, you will see a "Cookie Settings" pop-up window. You can manage your consent to non-essential cookies through this tool. Your choices expressed through the Cookie Settings apply to both cookies and the similar tracking technologies described in this policy.
Regarding your rights as a data principal (e.g. access, correction, deletion, objection to processing, etc.), please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Therefore, please revisit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies. If there are significant changes, we may notify you through appropriate means.
Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at privacy@plaud.ai.
